Care Home Cook — 36h/wk, Amersham, Great Benefits

Abbeyfield; Amersham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 31 days paid leave

Medicash

Life Assurance

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Abbeyfield is seeking a Cook for Pratt House in Amersham to plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents, reflecting preferences and dietary needs in partnership with them.

The role requires a valid Food Hygiene certificate, experience cooking for groups, rotating stock, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen. 36 hours per week, 08:30-17:30, with alternate weekend shifts; pay £13.35-£13.64 per hour.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Food Hygiene required with relevant kitchen experience.
• Proven track record cooking varied, healthy meals for large groups.
• Able to plan menus with resident input and dietary needs.
• Demonstrates strong organization for rotas, stock control and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook meals according to menus and residents' preferences.
• Monitor resident feedback on menu and food quality.
• Maintain stock rotation and control to meet budget.
• Supervise safe use of catering equipment and ensure cleanliness.
• Keep accurate records related to food safety and hygiene.

Skills

Food hygiene

Menu planning

Stock management

Education

Certificate in Food Hygiene

Job description

Abbeyfield is seeking a Cook for Pratt House in Amersham to plan, prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents, reflecting preferences and dietary needs in partnership with them.

The role requires a valid Food Hygiene certificate, experience cooking for groups, rotating stock, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen. 36 hours per week, 08:30-17:30, with alternate weekend shifts; pay £13.35-£13.64 per hour.